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Best Severe Weather Apps

238+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated May 2026

Looking for free severe weather apps? 19 of our 238+ tracked titles are free to download — no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Severe Weather Apps (May 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Storm ShieldStorm ShieldFree4.8★ (111K)YesYesAug 2026
2Clime: NOAA Weather Radar LiveClime: NOAA Weather Radar LiveFree4.5★ (1M)YesYesAug 2026
3Emergency: Severe Weather AppEmergency: Severe Weather AppFree4.8★ (7.2K)NoNoAug 2026
4AccuWeather: Weather ForecastAccuWeather: Weather ForecastFree4.6★ (1.5M)YesYesAug 2026
5The Weather Channel - RadarThe Weather Channel - RadarFree4.8★ (6M)YesYesAug 2026
6Storm Radar: Weather TrackerStorm Radar: Weather TrackerFree4.5★ (121K)YesYesAug 2026
7WeatherBug: Weather ForecastWeatherBug: Weather ForecastFree4.8★ (2.2M)YesYesAug 2026
8Weather Radar - NOAA ChannelWeather Radar - NOAA ChannelFree4.6★ (251K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Severe Weather

Storm Shield#1

Storm Shield by Mosaic S.r.l.

Severe Weather Alerts & Radar
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.8😊(111K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#16in Weather
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Receive precise, location-based severe weather alerts for tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, and more. Get voice and push notifications, view radar maps, and access forecasts. Optional premium features offer advanced radar imagery and lightning alerts.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fastest weather alerts
  • 📡 Accurate radar and forecasts
  • 🔔 Customizable alerts and notifications
  • 💻 Simple and easy to use interface

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Subscription model for advanced features
  • 🔇 Loud and disruptive alerts
  • 🕰️ Delayed alerts compared to other apps
Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live#2

Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live by Mosaic S.r.l.

Tornado, Rain & Storm Alerts
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.5😐(1M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#1in Weather
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Get real-time radar, severe weather alerts, and accurate forecasts. This app provides detailed weather information, including precipitation, temperature, and wind, to help you stay informed and safe from approaching storms.

What We Love

  • 🌟 Excellent weather data and forecasting
  • 🗺️ Detailed and informative radar maps
  • 📊 Comprehensive weather information
  • 🔍 Helpful for planning outdoor activities

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
  • 🤖 Aggressive upselling and subscription prompts
  • 🕰️ Slow or delayed weather updates
Emergency: Severe Weather App#3

Emergency: Severe Weather App by American Red Cross

Alerts, Maps, Radar & Shelters
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.8😐(7.2K ratings)
Free
#86in Weather
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Stay safe during extreme weather and disasters with real-time alerts, interactive preparedness guides, and essential tools. This app provides official weather notifications, live maps, and helps locate shelters and services when you need them most.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy user interface
  • 👍 Accessible to the blind
  • 🚀 Sends immediate notifications
  • 👍 Keeps users informed about hazards

Room to Improve

  • 🔇 Notifications too loud even with volume down
  • 🔁 Repeated notifications for the same event
  • 🗺️ Inaccurate location tracking and alerts

More Severe Weather apps to explore

4
AccuWeather: Weather Forecast
AccuWeather: Weather Forecast
AccuWeather: Weather Forecast
Local radar & storm tracker
Free

Get real-time weather alerts and hyperlocal forecasts with proven accuracy. Track severe weather events like hurricanes and snowstorms with live radar and detailed updates. Plan your day and stay informed about conditions affecting your safety and activities.

Hyperlocal precipitation forecastsRealFeel® temperatureLive radar and storm tracking
☀️ Weather
(1.5M)
free with in-app purchases
5
The Weather Channel - Radar
The Weather Channel - Radar
The Weather Channel - Radar
Storm Alerts, Lightning, Rain
Free

Get accurate daily and hourly weather forecasts, including severe storm alerts and air quality index. Plan up to 15 days in advance with personalized weather tracking and live radar maps.

Daily and hourly forecastsLive Doppler radar mapsSevere weather alerts
☀️ Weather
(6M)
free with in-app purchases
6
Storm Radar: Weather Tracker
Storm Radar: Weather Tracker
Storm Radar: Weather Tracker
Winter Storm Radar & Alerts
Free

This app provides advanced weather radar and storm tracking with real-time alerts for rain, severe weather, and lightning. It offers detailed visualizations of weather patterns, future radar projections, and customizable map layers for tracking storms like hurricanes and tornadoes.

Expanded weather map layers (wind, lightning, tropical tracks)High-resolution single site radarAI Weather Assistant for real-time insights
☀️ Weather
(121K)
freemium
7
WeatherBug: Weather Forecast
WeatherBug: Weather Forecast
WeatherBug: Weather Forecast
Live Local Radar, Storm Alerts
Free

Get accurate, real-time weather forecasts and severe storm alerts powered by a global professional weather network. Visualize conditions with interactive maps, track lightning, and stay informed about pollen, air quality, and more.

Real-Time Pinpoint ForecastsEnhanced Interactive MapSevere Weather Alerts
☀️ Weather
(2.2M)
free with in-app purchases
8
Weather Radar - NOAA Channel
Weather Radar - NOAA Channel
Weather Radar - NOAA Channel
Ora: Lightning & Storm Tracker
Free

Get real-time weather updates with a live radar map, storm tracker, and accurate forecasts. Receive severe weather alerts for storms, hurricanes, floods, and fires. Plan better and stay safe with detailed weather information.

Live NOAA radar mapsHourly and 10-day forecastsSevere weather alerts
☀️ Weather
(251K)
free with in-app purchases
9
WSB-TV Weather
WSB-TV Weather
WSB-TV Weather
by Cox Media Group
Free

Get hyper-local weather forecasts and severe weather alerts with advanced radar technology. Track storms, earthquakes, and receive customized notifications for your exact location. Features include locally crafted forecasts from expert meteorologists and a user-friendly interface.

High-resolution future radarEarthquake and storm track alertsFree push alerts for 25+ types
☀️ Weather
(45K)
free with in-app purchases
10
RadarScope
RadarScope
RadarScope
Professional weather radar
$9.99

Visualize professional-grade weather radar data with advanced tools for meteorologists, storm spotters, and enthusiasts. Access real-time radar information, severe weather alerts, and historical data with optional subscription tiers for enhanced capabilities.

Single-site radar data visualizationSevere weather alerts and warningsNWS-generated storm tracks
☀️ Weather
(2.7K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Weather Underground: Local Map
Weather Underground: Local Map
Weather Underground: Local Map
Radar & severe storm tracker
Free

Get hyper-local weather forecasts and severe storm alerts powered by a vast network of personal weather stations. Track current conditions, view interactive radar maps, and receive customizable notifications for upcoming weather events.

Hyper-local forecastsSevere weather alertsInteractive radar maps
☀️ Weather
(32K)
free with in-app purchases
12
SevereWXWarn AI Weather
SevereWXWarn AI Weather
SevereWXWarn AI Weather
AI Powered Weather Forecast
Free

This app provides comprehensive weather forecasts, including hourly and 7-day outlooks, real-time temperatures, precipitation, and specialized indices for tornadoes, hail, and severe weather. It features a live radar with storm tracks and a user-friendly interface for easy understanding of complex weather data.

7-Day OutlookReal-time TemperaturePrecipitation Probability & Accumulation
☀️ Weather
(1)
ad-supported
13
Storm Tracker°
Storm Tracker°
Storm Tracker°
My Weather & Tornado Radar
Free

Track severe weather events like storms, tornadoes, and hurricanes with real-time radar and forecasts. Get NOAA alerts for floods and other hazards. Monitor weather patterns up to 10 days in advance.

Live storm trackingDoppler radar for rain and snowNOAA weather warnings and alerts
☀️ Weather
(82K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Weather Mate - NOAA Radar Maps
Weather Mate - NOAA Radar Maps
Weather Mate - NOAA Radar Maps
Local Forecast & Storm Alerts
Free

This app provides hyperlocal, accurate, and visually appealing weather forecasts. It utilizes data from personal weather stations and official sources to offer detailed current conditions, extended forecasts, and severe weather alerts. Advanced features include radar maps, historical data, and air quality information.

Hyperlocal weather data from personal stations15-day daily and hourly forecastsLive interactive radar and satellite maps
☀️ Weather
(3.3K)
free with in-app purchases
15
NOAA Radar & Weather Forecast
NOAA Radar & Weather Forecast
NOAA Radar & Weather Forecast
Storm, Snow & Hurricane Radar
Free

Get hyper-accurate, real-time weather forecasts and radar maps with over 35 layers. Plan your days, weeks, or vacations with detailed hourly and extended forecasts, severe weather alerts, and tropical cyclone tracking.

35+ real-time weather layersTropical cyclone tracking14-day temperature and precipitation forecasts
☀️ Weather
(76K)
free with in-app purchases
16
WPXI Severe Weather Team 11
WPXI Severe Weather Team 11
WPXI Severe Weather Team 11
by Cox Media Group
Free

Stay informed about western Pennsylvania's weather with detailed forecasts, interactive radar, and customizable alerts. Track storms, earthquakes, and receive location-specific warnings for severe weather events. This comprehensive tool offers high-resolution data and a user-friendly interface.

Interactive Doppler radar with future radarEarthquake and storm track overlaysFree push alerts for over 25 alert types
☀️ Weather
(9K)
free with in-app purchases
17
CARROT Weather: Alerts & Radar
CARROT Weather: Alerts & Radar
CARROT Weather: Alerts & Radar
Local Forecasts & Live Maps
Free

This app provides hyper-accurate local weather forecasts with a unique personality. It offers detailed current, hourly, and daily predictions, along with engaging features like secret locations and achievements. Premium subscriptions unlock advanced data sources, notifications, and customization options.

Humorous weather personalitiesAccurate hourly and daily forecastsGamified activities and achievements
☀️ Weather
(87K)
subscription
18
MyRadar Accurate Weather Radar
MyRadar Accurate Weather Radar
MyRadar Accurate Weather Radar
Doppler, NOAA & NWS Forecasts
Free

Get animated weather radar for your current location with up to two hours of loop data. Receive hyper-local, minute-by-minute rain alerts up to an hour in advance. Overlay various weather and environmental data layers for a comprehensive view.

Animated weather radarHyper-local rain alertsWind and frontal boundary layers
☀️ Weather
(1.1M)
free with in-app purchases
19
Zoom Earth - Weather Forecast
Zoom Earth - Weather Forecast
Zoom Earth - Weather Forecast
Hurricane Tracker, Rain Map
Free

Access an interactive global weather map with real-time satellite imagery and detailed forecasts for rain, wind, and temperature. Track hurricanes, storms, and wildfires with advanced visualization tools. Stay informed with near real-time updates.

Interactive global weather mapNear real-time satellite imageryHurricane and storm tracking
☀️ Weather
(37K)
free with in-app purchases
20
KWQC First Alert Weather
KWQC First Alert Weather
KWQC First Alert Weather
by Gray Television Group, Inc.
Free

Get accurate, up-to-the-minute weather information for the Quad City area. Track storms with live radar, view current conditions, and receive weather alerts directly on your phone. Stay informed with the trusted local weather team's forecasts.

Interactive live radar mapsCurrent weather conditions7-day and hour-by-hour forecasts
☀️ Weather
(5.6K)
ad-supported

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FAQ about Severe Weather

What are the best severe weather apps for iPhone?
Storm Shield tops our severe weather apps ranking as of May 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 111K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top severe weather apps we rank are free to download, including Storm Shield and Clime: NOAA Weather Radar Live.
Storm Shield shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.
We track 238+ severe weather apps on the iOS App Store as of May 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Storm Shield provides precise, location-based severe weather alerts for events like tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, and winter storms. It delivers these alerts via voice and push notifications, and includes a Hi-Def radar map for visualizing weather patterns.
Key features include storm-based alerts for your exact location, voice alerts similar to NOAA weather radio, a Hi-Def radar map as the home screen, a Today screen widget for quick access, and Apple Watch notifications. You can also save additional locations for family safety.

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